Do you need resource consent to convert cross leases to fee simple?
Zak Nasir analyses recently released Environment Court decision: Mckay [2018] NZEnvC 180. Is the conversion of a cross lease to fee simple a subdivision?
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Property developers – should you encourage early nomination?
Are you a property developer mid-way through your apartment build? Have you decided not to apply for an exemption to the new OIO requirements (and save the $25,500 fee)? You might want to consider encouraging your buyers to nominate this month.
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Is your certificate of title “limited as to parcels”?
If the certificate of title for your property is limited as to parcels it means that the area and boundaries of your property are not correctly defined or guaranteed.
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The Overseas Investment Amendment Act 2018
From 22 October 2018 (or potentially earlier if we have orders in Council to that effect) the sale of residential land in New Zealand to an overseas person will potentially require consent from the Overseas Investment Office. Denise Marsden looks at the law change from the residential developer’s viewpoint.
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Converting your cross-lease title to fee simple
Don’t assume converting your cross-lease title will be a complicated and expensive task. With the right people engaged to carry out the work, you can save a lot of time, money and unnecessary administration.
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Should you invest with friends?
Are you considering investing in property with friends? In today’s escalating property market it is becoming more common. Good legal advice can help you manage the risk.
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No one should be bookless!
Since January 2005, we’ve worked with Duffy Books in Homes to provide something most children would take for granted – books. We support three schools in the far north of New Zealand, Te Horo, Te Hapua and Tautoro.
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What type of bond is best for your construction project?
There have been a couple of recent decisions concerning bonds under construction contracts. They remind us it’s important to know what kind of bond you are dealing with.
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Why would you need a trust?
We offer a holistic approach to property law. That’s why we have a specialist practice area for trusts, estates and succession planning. Helping our clients preserve their assets is an integral part of what we do. This is the second in a series of articles on personal asset planning.
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Interpreting repair and maintenance covenants in leases entered after 1 Jan 2008
Repair and maintenance obligations in commercial leases have featured in a number of recent cases. Denise Marsden takes a close look at one…
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Anti-money laundering legislation impacts law firms
Have your ID and proof of address ready for inspection please! Since 1st July you need to jump through a few hoops when you instruct a lawyer. Phase 2 of the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism Act 2009 (AML/CFT) came into play.
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Lease renewal – was the lessee entitled to relief?
A lease is more than a contract. It creates an estate in land. Even when a lessee does not follow a renewal process properly or where there are other questions around a renewal right, the Court more often than not finds in favour of the lessee…
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